Catalina Island Marathon

Avalon, United States • 13 Mar 2027

Catalina Island Marathon, 10K, 5K : Avalon, CA

The 49th annual Catalina Island Marathon, 10K, and 5K takes place in Avalon, California on March 13, 2027. The event is listed as California's State Off-Road Marathon Championship and is described as the oldest trail marathon in the state. All races are held on Catalina Island, located off the coast of Los Angeles.

The course runs through areas managed by the Catalina Island Conservancy and uses historic trails. The setting includes ocean views and rolling green hills along the island routes. Multiple event options are offered on the same day, and a separate Kids Run is included for younger participants.

Distances

  • 26.2 miles Marathon
  • 6.2 miles 10K
  • 3.1 miles 5K

Additional event formats are noted, including a Kids Run and a TRIPLE CROWN Challenge that links the 2027 Catalina Island Marathon, the 2027 Catalina Island Half Marathon, and the 2028 Avalon 50M/50K. The marathon listing shows age eligibility from 16 to 100, and the Kids Run listing shows ages 3 to 13. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Catalina Island Marathon
26 mi
Catalina Island Triple Crown Challenge
6 mi
Catalina Island 10k
3 mi
Catalina Island 5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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